Operations Manager
Operations Manager
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Job Description
ABOUT US
At Quaker Houghton we are experts in the development production and application of industrial process fluids greases lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the worlds largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today we have a global presence with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Manages Production Planning and Warehouse to ensure employees are engaged in the manufacturing and shipment of quality products in a timely manner. This position is also responsible for compliance with environmental health and safety requirements and manufacturing procedures.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Manages all personnel related actions including training performance appraisal and professional development of the Aurora associates.
- Manages short-term activities directed toward production continuity and balance for Aurora location: shift schedules ensuring requisition of materials shipping and receiving as well as labor efficiency.
- Direct and lead inventory controls and management of inventory counts to comply with regional goals.
- Implement continuous improvement in all processes to optimize efficiency
- Work with Research and Development along with the Product Management to resolve formulation packaging labeling and logistic issues.
- Monitor and track relevant Key Performance Indicators including first pass yield on time deliveries and cost of inadequate quality.
- Champion safety and environmental initiatives and directives. Acts as a working manager to provide backup to production supervisors production planner warehouse supervisor as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
Key Education or Certification Required
Bachelors degree (B. A. or B.S.) in related technical discipline with experience as a supervisor or in a team lead role preferred. Persons with an education less than a degree must demonstrate 5 years of successful related experience and training.
Must have successful work experience in a manufacturing environment preferably related to manufacturing of chemical products or technical knowledge of manufacturing and equipment.
Required Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
5 years or equivalent training
Required Skills and Competencies
- Able to manage multiple demands and establish priorities.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Above average communication skills.
- Familiarity with modern production techniques such as Lean manufacturing KanBan SQC etc. preferred.
- Ability to calculate percentages fractions conversions and proportions and analyze and evaluate charts and graphs.
- Understand various business performance indicators such as P&L statements Net Present Value and ROI.
- Ability to adapt in a demanding and challenging environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in high places; work near exposed electrical equipment; work near fumes airborne particles or chemicals; and outdoor weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate within the manufacturing and utility areas.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee may have to stand for extended periods and walk moderate distances daily; routinely required to reach with hands and arms; may be required to stoop kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty-five pounds (25 kilograms).
Note: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What is in it for You
- $1500 Sign on Bonus (External Candidates Only)
- Generous annual paid time off. 401 (k) employer match.
- Health care dental and vision benefits.
- Health care dental and vision benefits.
- Employees can receive up to a $1000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
- Tuition Reimbursement
Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race color religion sex gender gender identity or expression affectional or sexual orientation pregnancy age creed ancestry national origin citizenship marital or domestic partnership or civil union status veterans status physical/mental disability genetic information or any other category protected by U.S federal state and/or local employment law. Furthermore Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email
Salary range $94000-$ salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
